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News Archive for "Rikers Island"

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LAS Mourns the Loss of Client Ardit Billa

Mr. Billa, who was just 29-years-old, died while incarcerated at Rikers Island.

LAS Mourns the Loss of Former Client James Maldonado

Mr. Maldonado passed away in New York City Department of Correction custody this past Friday.

Court Blocks ICE’s Return to Rikers Island

The Legal Aid Society spearheaded an amicus brief against the proposed return and argued against the Mayor's executive order in court.

LAS Wins Court Order to Place NYC Jails Under Receivership

The historic decision will empower an independent authority to implement long-overdue reforms and bring relief to incarcerated New Yorkers who continue to endure inhumane treatment.

Defenders Invoke Constitutional Protections for Incarcerated New Yorkers

The move comes in response to a new executive order authorizing federal immigration officials to conduct criminal investigations at Rikers Island.

LAS Decries Reopening of ICE Office at Rikers Island

The Mayor's action is a clear violation of New York City's sanctuary laws and will undermine public safety.

New Voices Join Call for Rikers Receivership

Former City Officials and the City Bar Association have filed petitions in support of Legal Aid's demand for independent leadership of City jails.

LAS Secures Contempt Ruling Against Department of Correction

A court ruled that the City has failed to address the long-standing and unconstitutional use of force in local jails.

Report: DOC Forcing New Yorkers with Mental Illness Into Solitary Confinement

The Department of Correction is also depriving this vulnerable population access to critical medical care.

LAS: Department of Correction Continues to Deny Access to Medical Care

Legal Aid has filed a third contempt motion in response to the department's gross disregard for its duty to incarcerated New Yorkers.